MORSE JEDIDIAH Autograph Letter Signed

Sale 2043 - Lot 120

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MORSE, JEDIDIAH. Autograph Letter Signed, to Timothy Pitkin, on his position, apologizing for not being able to send a copy of Blair's Lectures, hoping for a visit and other matters. 11/2 pages, single 4to sheet; later ink identification at the top of the first page, remnants of prior binding along the left edge. Norwich, 27 January 1786

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". . . as to myself I know not where my lot will be cast -- that remains a secret in the womb of Providence. I hope I shall be directed & disposed to go where Duty calls me. I think that whenever my performances are in any measure approbated it excites in me a devout wish to deserve approbation. Whenever it shall have a different effect I wish never to have my performances applauded . . ."